Fitter

Sappi; Ngodwana; On-site; ZAR 250 000 - 350 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Ngodwana is seeking an experienced Fitter to perform mechanical maintenance and ensure long-term plant reliability. Responsibilities include troubleshooting equipment, conducting inspections, and participating in safety programs. Candidates need a Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter, a Grade 12 qualification with Maths and Science or an N3 Engineering qualification, and ideally two years of experience in a heavy engineering environment. A valid Driving Licence is also required.

Qualifications

• Recognised Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter or Fitter and Turner.
• Grade 12 qualification with Maths and Science or an N3 Engineering qualification.
• 2 years of post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering environment.
• Valid Driving Licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical maintenance on plant equipment.
• Plan and execute maintenance activities.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues during breakdowns.
• Conduct daily and weekly inspections of plant equipment.
• Provide standby coverage for after-hours and weekend breakdowns.
• Report unsafe acts and conditions.
• Participate in Behavioral-Based Safety programs.
• Use SAP for spare parts.
• Maintain and update Master Data in SAP.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Use of SAP

Standby coverage

Behavioral-Based Safety participation

Education

Grade 12 with Maths and Science or N3 Engineering qualification

Recognised Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter

Job description

We are hiring!

We are seeking an experienced Fitter to safely execute maintenance tasks, ensuring long-term plant reliability and contributing to overall equipment effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform mechanical maintenance on plant equipment, with a focus on gearboxes, pumps, screens, bearings, and chain drives.
• Plan and execute maintenance activities for designated plant areas in accordance with Notifications and Planned Schedules.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues during breakdowns, ensuring swift repairs to minimize equipment downtime.
• Conduct detailed daily and weekly inspections of plant equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Provide standby coverage for after-hours and weekend breakdowns, promptly reporting any deviations to the Maintenance Support Mechanical (Foreman).
• Report all unsafe acts and conditions to the Maintenance Support Mechanical to ensure workplace safety.
• Participate in Behavioral-Based Safety programs to promote a safety-first culture.
• Use SAP to request and withdraw required spare parts from stores for maintenance tasks.
• Maintain and update Master Data in SAP, adhering to work order processes and ensuring accurate documentation.

What are we looking for?

• A recognised Trade Test Certificate as a Mechanical Fitter or Fitter and Turner.
• Possess a Grade 12 qualification with Maths and Science or an N3 Engineering qualification.
• Preferably have 2 years of post-apprenticeship experience in a heavy engineering environment.
• Must have a valid Driving Licence.